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more than 4 doses in 24 hrs, which is the maximum daily amount for this product

with other drugs containing acetaminophen

3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Sore throat warning

If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.

Do not use

with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

liver disease

heart disease

high blood pressure

thyroid disease

diabetes

trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland

cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.

When using this product, do not use more than directed.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless

pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days

fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

redness or swelling is present

new symptoms occur

cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts.

These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Overdose warning

Taking more than directed can cause serious health problems. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Do not use

with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

liver disease

heart disease

high blood pressure

thyroid disease

diabetes

trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland

cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless

pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days

fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

redness or swelling is present

new symptoms occur

cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts.

These could be signs of a serious condition.

Liver warning

This product contains acetaminophen.

Severe liver damage may occur if you take

more than 4 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product

with other drugs containing acetaminophen

3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Sore throat warning

If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.

Do not use

with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

to make a child sleep

Ask a doctor before use if you have

liver disease

heart disease

high blood pressure

thyroid disease

diabetes

glaucoma

cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema

trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking sedatives or tranquilizers

taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

When using this product

do not use more than directed

excitability may occur, especially in children

marked drowsiness may occur

avoid alcoholic drinks

be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery

alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness

Stop use and ask a doctor if

you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless

pain, nasal congestion, or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days

fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

redness or swelling is present

new symptoms occur

cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts.

These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Overdose warning

Taking more than directed can cause serious health problems. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Do not use

with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

to make a child sleep

Ask a doctor before use if you have

liver disease

heart disease

high blood pressure

thyroid disease

diabetes

glaucoma

cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)

a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema

Vicks Dayquil And Vicks Nyquil Severe Cold And Flu Manufacturers

take only as directed - see Overdose warning
do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs
adults & children 12 yrs & over
2 caplets with water every 4 hrs
children 4 to under 12 yrs
ask a doctor
children under 4 yrs
do not use
when using other DayQuil or NyQuil® products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing
take only as directed - see Overdose warning
do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs
adults & children 12 yrs & over
2 caplets with water every 4 hrs
children 4 to under 12 yrs
ask a doctor
children under 4 yrs
do not use
when using other DayQuil® or NyQuil products, carefully read each label to ensure correct dosing